Admission: Free (includes a book sale)
Reservations Recommended: Call 215-409-6700 or order online.

Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Edward Larson highlights a crucially important, yet often overlooked chapter of George Washington’s illustrious career, revealing how Washington saved the United States by coming out of retirement to lead the Constitutional Convention and serve as America’s first president. A signing of The Return of George Washington: 1783-1789with Edward Larson will follow the program.

Event & Parking Information

Please note that this program is subject to change; call the National Constitution Center or check our website for updated information. National Constitution Center programs begin promptly and latecomers may not be admitted.

Parking will be available for $9 at the National Constitution Center parking garage located at the rear of the building on Race Street between 5th and 6th streets on a first come first serve basis. Pick up your discounted parking voucher at registration.